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Popular Things To Do | Other Things To Do Tips | All Tips (7) "This is really annoying. I would just love to travel the Grand Canyon railway from here to the south rim. Especially if they have a proper steam train on today"
"Well it's not that far"
"It is by train, it takes a good two and a half hours to chug there in the morning, three and a half hours there and then back in the late afternoon"
"I would love to, and at about 50 dollars, I think it is good value, all the carriages are from the 1930's as well"
"Another time then"
'Yes dear, although we can at least have a look around the depot here in Williams"
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If you would like to get the train to the Grand Canyon you must go to the depot in Williams. The train departs daily at 10 AM and returns to Williams at approximately 6 PM. You must get to the train depot by 9 AM in order to get your tickets and see a show.
While on board you will be entertained by musicians and train robbers dressed up by cowboys. There are various prices for the train, ranging from economy about 60 dollars to first class expensive. Look out for coupons for 20% off the economy fare.
Take several dollar notes as all the entertainment people expect tips.
The train journey will take approximately 2 hrs and then you get about 3 hrs at the canyon. Yes it is quicker to drive there.
I would recommend this trip if you have been to the canyon many times and would like a different journey. Also recommend this trip if you enjoy country and western songs. Leave a Comment
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ONE DAY TRAIN TRIP
Duration: approximately 7 hours 45 minutes
Departs: 10:00 a.m. from Williams, Arizona
The trip begins at the historic 1908 Williams Depot.
A vintage steam engine pulls the train from Memorial Day through September 30. (A vintage diesel engine does the job the remainder of the year.) Uniformed coach attendants provide you with white-gloved courtesy and service. Aboard the train, enjoy the tunes of strolling musicians who conduct sing-a-longs, an old west train robbery and the antics of western characters as they recreate train travel as it was in 1901.
The train arrives at the historic 1910 Grand Canyon Depot. It is among three remaining log depots still in operation in the United States. Buildings like the El Tovar Hotel, Hopi House and Bright Angel Lodge salute arriving guests as they pull into the station and disembark from the train. Guests have over three hours to explore the most distinctive chasm in the world.
This unique experience includes:
· Vintage train service via Grand Canyon Railways
· Old West entertainment
Class Adult (per person) Child (per child)
Coach $58.00 $25.00
Club $79.00 $46.00
First $116.00 $83.00
Observation $137.00 $104.00
Luxury $147.00 $114.00
Applicable tax and National Park Service entry fee not included.Children's fares applicable to 16 and under.
Once you arrive at the Grand Canyon you may participate in a narrated motor coach rim tour to the most scenic overlooks of the canyon to enhance your visit. Guests are escorted to vistas like Mojave Point, Pima Point, the Abyss and Hermits Rest. The rim tours include lunch.
Tour Adult (per person) Child (per child)
Grand $36.00 $27.00
Special $31.00 $21.00
Freedom $21.00 $16.00
Tours are subject to availability.
To better serve you it is best to make reservations by calling or emailing us at the Grand Canyon Tour Company.
This tour package is available from Las Vegas. The round trip bus fare is in addition to the train fares above - $179.00 per person. Leave a Comment Phone: 1-800-2CANYON (1-800-222-6966)Directions: South end of town, can't miss it! South of I-40.Website: http://williamschamber.com
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All Aboard! The Grand Canyon Train is a fun, unique way to get to the Grand Canyon and back while enjoying some interesting scenery. For a round-trip coach ticket, including Grand Canyon Park Pass, it is about $75 American.
Board the train in Williams, Arizona and prepare for not only some amazing scenery, but shows as well. It is a fact known amongst the scoundrels, villains and desperadoes in the area that Grand Canyon Railway travels to the Grand Canyon loaded with wealthy tourists from all around the world. Due to the strict schedule which the train maintains, it becomes an easy target for bandits. This is where Marshal John B. Goodmore - the B stands for "B" good or "B" gone - comes into the picture. He has been hired by the railway to ensure that visitors return from their train journey with valuables intact.
Every morning at 9:30, the Marshal squares off with the Cataract Creek Gang, a group of lowly desperadoes. Be sure to catch the outcome when you visit the Railway. And be sure to keep your eyes open. The Cataract Creek Gang has been know to try and rob the train from time to time.
Expect to also see wild horses and huge herds of cattle passing the train by. The train is a little bit of a rough, but safe and comfortable journey. Musicians wander about the cars on the train, taking your cowboy campfire requests and appreciate the monetary tips ($1-$2 optional) after the songs!
Get to the train station in plenty of time to park, visit the gift shop, and pick up your tickets and find your train car if you haven't done so already. Each way should take between one and a half, to two hours if I recall correctly. Enjoy! Leave a Comment Address: 233 N. Grand Canyon BlvdPhone: 1-800-THE-TRAINDirections: Williams, ArizonaWebsite: www.thetrain.com/
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Catch a ride on one of a couple horse and buggy's that make continual routes around Williams. It's only $5 per person and the driver will give you an intimate look at this old Route 66 community. It's a nice way to wind down for the evening. Directions: Look for the horses on Old Route 66.
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If you are considering Williams as a base for a day out at The Grand Canyon it would definitely be worth looking at the option of staying a couple of nights and taking the Grand Canyon Railway for your trip.
I didn't actually do this but it certainly looks like a way to enhance your visit (not that The Canyon needs embellishment) and with prices starting from $60 return, with various luxury options including the Parlor at $155, needn't be a hugely expensive way to go. Leave a Comment Address: 233 N Grand Canyon Blvd (The Depot)Phone: 1 800 8438724Directions: At the end of Downtown, pretty much unmissable. Website is excellent with all the info and details of package deals.Website: www.thetrain.com
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